1.            JOB CLASS CODE:  7942

    

   TITLE:           BUS MONITOR

    

   JOB GOAL:  To assist in providing safe transportation so that students may enjoy the fullest possible                          advantage from the district’s curriculum and extracurricular program.

    

   REPORTS TO:  Director of Transportation.

    

   QUALIFICATIONS:

   1. High School diploma or GED certificate
   2. Hold a valid drivers’ license
   3. Must meet the requirements of a criminal record check as specified by Kentucky state law
   4. Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities
   5. Has met all health requirements as specified in district personnel policy
   6. Has successfully completed all training required by state law and local board policy
   7. Must acquire CDL Permit within 30 days
   8. Must be able to drive a school bus once CDL is acquired

    

    

   CRITICAL SKILLS/EXPERTISE REQUIRED:

    

                   KNOWLEDGE OF:

    

   1. Safe practices concerning school bus transportation.
   2. Basic record-keeping techniques.
   3. Applicable sections of the KAR and other applicable laws.
   4. Health and safety regulations.

    

   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

    

                   ABILITY TO:

    

   1. Maintain proper records and documentation.
   2. Assist student loading, unloading and seating arrangements as required.
   3. Understand and relate to children with special needs.
   4. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
   5. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
   6. Lift students according to established guidelines.
   7. Maintain current knowledge of Emergency Evacuation procedures.
   8. Maintain routine records.
   9. Observe health and safety regulations.
   10. Maintain assigned vehicle in a clean and safe operating condition.
   11. Recognize equipment malfunctions and take appropriate action.
   12. Learn designated bus routes including stops and traffic hazards.
   13. Maintain routine records.
   14. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
   15. Understand and follow oral and written directions.
   16. Meet schedules and time lines.
   17. Learn, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
   18. Observe legal and defensive driving practices.

    

   PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

    

   1. Assists the bus driver in maintaining good student conduct on the bus.
   2. Assist young or disable students in getting on and off the bus.
   3. Assures that students get on and off the bus in an orderly fashion.
   4. Provides written records of violations of the student code to the Director of Transportation.
   5. Collects and turns over to the school secretary those personal items left on the bus by students.
   6. Performs related duties as assigned.
   7. Acts in accordance with the by-laws and policies as set forth by the Owensboro Board of Education, KRS and KAR, and applicable Federal laws and regulations.
   8. Demonstrates loyalty and dedication to the purposes and goals of the Owensboro Public Schools.
   9. Properly supervise passengers on the bus in accordance with transportation regulations, and with pupil personnel code of conduct.
   10. Take proper care of the bus and see that it is maintained in safe operation condition.
   11. Conduct routine required inspections and provide the proper documentation.
   12. Attend safety meetings and workshops as determined by the Director of Transportation.
   13. Meet the training requirement set forth in State and district regulations.
   14. Meet those responsibilities as set forth in the Board’s Handbook for School Bus Drivers, State Board of Education regulations, applicable statutory laws, and directives of the Superintendent of Director of Transportation.
   15. Perform other duties that may not be specifically covered in this general job description, as assigned by the Director of Transportation and/or his assistant and/or Building Principals.
   16. Demonstrate a consistent and positive behavior toward students and patrons in order to foster positive public relations.

OTHER FACTORS: 

1. Classified salary schedule
2. Classified benefits package
3. 2018-2019 school year
4. 4.5 hours per day
5. 182 days per year

This posting expires March 30, 2018 or when filled.

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